Economy

MARKETPLACE: How Javier Soltero's Acompli Became Microsoft's New Outlook for Mobile

The account of Acompli's swift rise and acquisition sounds like it's straight out of Silicon Valley legend. But the life and career of its co-founder, Javier Soltero, tell a different story.

Apple iOS 9 Update Rumors, Features, and News: Huge Stability Fixes Reported, But Will Most iPhone Owners Miss Out?

Apple's iOS 7 introduced Jony Ive's redesigned flat interface and a slew of new features built around it. Then iOS 8 brought the Mac and the iPhone closer together with a bunch more feature additions, with more incremental updates on the way to add Watch into the mix. It looks like iOS 9 won't be packed to the gills with more new stuff, but will finally make sure all of it reliably works.

Illegal Marijuana Farmers in Mexico Suffer From US Legalization, Growing Economy

The U.S. economy is back on track, and this is causing some major problems for the illegal growers of marijuana currently residing in Mexico.

'Fireball' Rapper Pitbull Files Lawsuit, Oakley for Profits of 'Pit Bull' Sunglasses

Pitbull says Oakley Sunglasses are using his name without his permission with their Pit Bull style of sunglasses. Since the rapper has his own line of shades, he is reportedly suing the company.

Coca-Cola Company Profits Drops 17 Percent: Coke Names 2015 a 'Transition Year'

Coca-Cola offered investors some good news and some bad news on Tuesday: The Atlanta soda giant's profit dropped 17 percent in 2014, but that figure still beat expectations thanks to improved sales numbers in North America, the company's biggest market.

Comparing Cell Phone Plans: Verizon Reduces Rates on Data, AT&T and T-Mobile Allow Rollover Data

Verizon Wireless will not take part in the rollover data plans now offered by T-Mobile and AT&T. They have reduced their prices on data a little though.

Samsung Research Lab to Work on Making Robots, Drones, Virtual Reality Programs and 3D Printing [Video]

Samsung has established a new research laboratory to focus on the creation of drones, robotics, virtual reality and 3D printing.

JetBlue Airlines the First Airline to Offer Apple Pay for Food, Drinks, Amenities Purchased During Flights

Starting next week, passengers on select JetBlue Airways flights can use Apple Pay to buy food, drinks and onboard amenities at altitude.

Solar Power Pros and Cons: California Opens Biggest Solar Power Plant in the World With Enough Energy to Power 160K Homes

A new power plant in the California desert is making history. The solar power plant near Joshua Tree National Park in Desert Center, California opened on Monday and is now the world's largest solar power plant.

Netflix Movies and TV Shows Now Available to Cuba: Streaming Service Charging Customers Same Members Price as Americans

Netflix announced Monday its streaming video service is now available in Cuba at the $7.99 per month rate that it offers in the U.S.

Senators Demanding Investigation of Verizon Wireless Mobile Phones Use of Supercookies on the Internet

Verizon Wireless's use of so-called supercookies is coming under scrutiny, and Democratic senators on Friday called on federal regulators to investigate the unique tracking codes.

Bumble vs. Tinder: How One Former Tinder Exec. Gives Women All the Dating Power

Valentine's Day is the perfect occasion to get romantic with the one you love, or for single people, to get romantic with someone you just met.

Gas Prices by State News: Cheap Price of Gasoline Rises for First Time in 9 Months

For the first time in nine months, drivers across the United States saw the cost of fuel rise over the past two weeks, a Lundberg survey released Sunday showed. A gallon of regular-grade gasoline on average cost $2.20 across the nation.

Ted Cruz on Immigration: Senator Not Blocking DHS Funding Bill; Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama Working for Top 1 Percent

Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, called for the Republican Party leadership to address the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding and block President Barack Obama's immigration executive action.

Bluetooth Speaker Deals: Affordable Speakers to Fill Your Room with Sound

Increase the power of your smartphone with a Bluetooth speaker Even with smartphones getting better speakers, it is hard to get quality sound from those tiny speakers.

US Unemployment Rate 2015: Latino Unemployment Rate Surpasses National US Average

While the overall U.S. unemployment rate grew during January, the Latino unemployment also saw minor growth.

Microsoft Execs Says Supporting Gay Marriage, LGBT Equality Helps Businesses

Microsoft posted to its blog on its official website in support of marriage equality in the workplace. The tech giant argued businesses like Microsoft can grow better with support of marriage equality.

Gotham Air App and Website Provides Helicopter Rides, Transporation to New York JFK and Newark, New Jersey Airports

Getting to New York airports can be tough, especially when there is traffic or you are running late. Gotham Air has the answer: fly over the traffic.

Social Media Saturday: Twitter Earnings Report, Instagram Looping Videos and Google Search Results

This week in social media, Facebook opened up celebrity sharing to Instagram and Twitter while WhatsApp began testing voice calling. Meanwhile, Twitter's latest earnings report led to Wall Street's habitual dumping of the stock -- that is, until it was confirmed that Twitter had a deal with Google to begin including tweets in search results again.

Cheap Valentine's Day Gifts: Inexpensive, Personal Presents Your Loved Ones Will Appreciate

Valentine's Day is a time to show love to the person you consider the most special in your life. Unfortunately, it can get very expensive. Good thing there are ways to show you care without breaking the bank.